Assistant Director

Job Title

Kids at Work, an infant center and preschool providing a safe, clean, and nurturing educational environment, is looking for an energetic person to fill our Assistant Director position. The successful candidate for this position will help maintain and lead a fun filled, family-oriented environment with an amazing team of teachers and students. If you are looking to be a part of a cohesive team and for the opportunity to positively impact the lives of young children, we are interested in talking with you!

We are looking for someone who has a strong background in early childhood education and is compassionate about working with families and encouraging young children to grow and learn.

Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the school director, teachers, students, and classrooms.

Environment Duties

• Support the Director in supervision and management responsibilities
• Mentor and promote the professional growth of teachers, staff, and aides
• Effective communication with staff, students, and their families
• Develop, maintain, and supervise developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Planning, supervision, and execution of day-to-day activities
• Teaching in each of our aged-based classrooms
• Compliance with all state, federal, and local rules, regulations, and requirements

Office Duties

• Daily and monthly reporting and documentation
• Ordering of material, food, supplies, etc.
• Respond to inquires received via phone, email, or in person
• Invoice and tuition processing
• Organize parent conferences, fundraisers, and other special events
• Receive, process, and track registration paperwork and student files

Required Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education, Management Experiences and Computer Skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Development Units and 6 Units in Administration
• 1-3 years of management experience in the early childhood development field
• CPR/First Aid certificate or ability to acquire within 30 days of hire

Soft Skills Desired

• Flexible - ability to perform in fast paced environment with varying roles throughout the day, while remaining calm
• Ability to manage your time and adjust quickly to a fluid environment
• Creative problem solving and conflict resolution
• Independent initiative-taker
• Capable of establishing strong, positive relationships within all levels of school
• Computer experience in Microsoft (Word, Excel, outlook) and Bright Wheel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Development Units and 6 Units of Administration .

Experience:

• Early Childhood Development: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR/FirstAide (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Martinez, CA (Required)

Work Location: In person